2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |
